Cloud Software Developer - TS/SCI with Polygraph

GD Information Technology, Inc.; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Hybrid work environments

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology, Inc. in Herndon, VA seeks a Senior Cloud Software Developer to advance mission-critical cloud applications. You will lead development, integrate existing apps, and collaborate across teams to deliver scalable solutions using AWS services in a Lean-Agile environment.

The role emphasizes Java-based development, Linux proficiency, and CI/CD practices with Jira, Git, and Jenkins. US citizenship, TS/SCI w/poly, and a strong security posture are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java-based applications development.
• Proficient with Linux/UNIX is required.
• AWS services and working in an AWS cloud environment willing to develop and implement solutions in a cohesive team environment.
• Experience working on a SCRUM team supporting Lean Agile Framework with JIRA products.
• Conducts routine quality assurance activities such as peer code reviews.
• Experience with GIT and Jenkins.
• Demonstrated experience with webservice design and development.
• Experience with continuous integration, test automation and DevOps methodologies.
• Interacts with project customers and stakeholders to report project status.
• Translate system requirements from both formal and informal requirements into complex application interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead/Manage/Support that supports national security.
• Collaborate with highly-skilled software developers across multiple organizations.
• Drive development of new applications, enhancements of existing applications, and integration across platforms.
• Utilize AWS Cloud Services across multiple networks.

Skills

Java

Linux

AWS Cloud

SCRUM / Lean Agile

JIRA

Git

Jenkins

CI / CD

Web services

DevOps

Tools

Terraform

JIRA

Git

Jenkins

Job description

Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Top Secret SCI + Polygraph Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Cloud Based Services, Cloud Development, Continuous Integrations, Linux, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Certifications: AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (CCP) | Amazon Web Services (AWS) - Amazon Web Services (AWS) Experience: 3 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: Yes

Job Description

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career in cloud/software development at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your dedication to advancing innovation. MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT As a Senior Cloud Software Developer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of a national security customer. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing a suite of mission-critical applications. Lead/Manage/Support that supports national security. Collaborate with highly-skilled software developers across multiple organizations with the opportunity to grow a professional development skillset. Drive development of new applications, enhancements of existing applications, and integration of existing applications across multiple platforms. Utilize AWS Cloud Services across multiple networks.

Required Skills

• Experience with Java-based applications development.
• Proficient with Linux/UNIX is required.
• AWS services and working in an AWS cloud environment willing to develop and implement solutions in a cohesive team environment.
• Experience working on a SCRUM team supporting Lean Agile Framework with JIRA products.
• Conducts routine quality assurance activities such as peer code reviews.
• Experience with GIT and Jenkins.
• Demonstrated experience with webservice design and development.
• Experience with continuous integration, test automation and DevOps methodologies.
• Interacts with project customers and stakeholders to report project status.
• Translate system requirements from both formal and informal requirements into complex application interfaces.

Preferred Skills

• Experience implementing micro services.
• Government customer architecture/engineering board experience.
• Experience implementing AWS cloud solutions.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Bring your engineering expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Cloud Developer Senior must have: Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree Experience: 1-3+ years of related experience Technical skills: Java, AWS Cloud development services, Terraform and other key development tools. Security clearance level: TS/SCI w/poly US citizenship required.

GDIT Is Your Place

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Flexibility: Flexible schedules and part-time hybrid work environments. Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace #WeAreGDIT #JET #GDITEnhanced2026 #VA_2026Alumni

The likely salary range for this position is $107,744 - $124,200. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: Less than 10% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work Location: USA VA Herndon Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

Our Identity Verification Process

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during virtual interviews. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. By proceeding, you authorize the collection, processing, and use of your biometric data for identity verification and security purposes.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology solutions and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 26,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50+ countries worldwide, offering leading mission-ready capabilities in AI, cloud, cyber and software development. Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Opportunity Owned From working with technologies like AI, cyber and cloud to careers in intelligence and health, we offer endless opportunities to apply your expertise to create a safer, smarter world.

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